It isn’t at all uncommon to walk into someone’s office and see a small bonsai tree growing on their desk. The small size and artistic nature of the bonsai make it an appealing choice in office floriculture. People who are really trying to make a statement with their bonsai tree have even begun to use bonsai accessories to draw attention to their miniature trees. read more..

When looking at pruning a bonsai tree, it is always important to note that this is one of the most important steps in the bonsai art form. The bonsai tradition is one that was well established in Japan for centuries. read more..

The goal of most bonsai artists is to emulate nature, while at the same time stylizing it. This effort extends beyond the caring and shaping of the tree itself to every element of the display. That includes ground cover. read more..

Adding moss or other living ground cover to your bonsai design can result in a beautiful complement to your tree. Or, it can be a distraction. The goal is to keep the tree at the center of the viewers attention. But that needn’t mean it must be the only thing the audience looks at every moment. You can add pictorial elements that provide balance and interest without overwhelming the scene. read more..

Cultivating a bonsai tree takes a lot of effort on the part of the gardener. You will need bonsai tools, some of which are specifically for bonsai gardening and others which can be used for any type of gardening activity. There are not that many tools made specifically for bonsai use. In fact, there are many tools that you can modify or use instead of buying bonsai tools for your gardening efforts. read more..

Bonsai trees are very beautiful works of art that have been around for centuries. They originally started in China and spread throughout the world. Along with the beautiful bonsai trees are the lovely pots which are sometimes specifically designed as bonsai pots. Choosing bonsai pots can be instrumental in making the bonsai look good or bad. Sometimes, the presentation of the bonsai has a lot to say about the plant itself; therefore choosing the right pot is essential for display. read more..

The Japanese have a word, ‘wa’, that roughly translates to ‘harmony’. It refers to relations between individuals, and man and nature. But it can also refer to the elements comprising a work of art. The art of bonsai uses this concept when coordinating the choice of species and style with the container in which the bonsai tree resides. read more..